1. [MUSEUM] Fwd: POSITION: Research & Instruction Librarian, Worcester
Polytechnic Institute, MA
2. [LIBJOBS] Associate University Librarian, Virginia Commonwealth
University, Richmond, VA, USA
3. [MUSEUM-L] Southeastern Museums Conference Executive Director Position
4. [MUSEUM-L] Position Announcement I
5. [MUSEUM-L] Position Announcement II
6. [MUSEUM-L] Position Announcement III
7. [MUSEUM-L] Position Announcement IV
Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for the position of
Research and Instruction Librarian, who will report to the Associate
Director for Research and Instruction Services. Founded in Worcester, Mass.,
in 1865, WPI was one of the nation's earliest technological universities.
>From our founding days, we've taken a unique approach to science and
technology education which makes working at the Gordon Library a rewarding
experience.
Librarians support our research-intensive project-based curriculum with
a growing highly regarded instruction program. The George C. Gordon Library
offers a vibrant atmosphere with newly renovated spaces where students,
faculty, alumni and staff come together on campus.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Research and Instruction Librarian
BASIC FUNCTIONS: Collaborates with WPI faculty staff and the Research and
Instruction team to advance technology-enhanced instruction by design,
development and delivery of electronic learning and online tutorials to meet
information literacy and related outcomes. Provides research and
instruction services to the WPI community, incorporates appropriate
technologies, skills, innovations, and collaborations as needed into
instructional program; supports academic library departments as a library
liaison, provides research education services and current information on
library resources and services both in-person and online.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Designs, develops, and delivers e-learning and online tutorials for the
library’s research education program.
- Supports judicious and appropriate use of the library’s subscribed
information resources and assists in providing access to course-specific
instructional materials in online environments.
- Designs, develops and provides research consultations and orientations;
including virtual research orientations and consultations for distance
learners.
- Manages online research education documentation, including library web
site in collaboration with the Associate Director for Technology and
E-Resource Management.
- Maintains awareness of best practices and trends, including emerging
technologies, in academic library reference service, and implements
practices, as appropriate.
- Participates with collection development and evaluation of electronic
resources.
- Participates in the research education program, provides library resources
training sessions and research consultations to courses such as
interdisciplinary and senior-level project teams and first year Great
Problem Seminars
- Coordinates e-learning and online tutorial assessment efforts with others
in the Research and Instruction team and in collaboration with faculty and
Access Services staff.
- Provides extensive searching for complex Interlibrary Loan borrowing
requests.
- Participates in the Academic Technology Center/Library Liaison Program.
- Participates in professional development as appropriate.
- Contributes to professional activities or organizations at the regional
and, if possible, national level; promotes image and awareness of WPI
through external activities.
- Evening and weekend hours may be required; participation in
evening/weekend reference staff rotation.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science.
- Minimum of three years reference experience, preferably with an emphasis
on science or engineering.
- Experience with instructional design, web development tools, web
technologies, digital media, other instructional technologies, and usability
assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to create effective instructional materials in both
print and electronic formats.
- Experience with and demonstrated knowledge of video/image editing tools,
web conferencing applications, streaming video, learning objects, and course
management systems.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to work independently,
collaboratively, and in teams.
- Demonstrated project management, organizational, analytical, and problem
solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of undergraduate, graduate, and faculty needs at a small
university.
JUSTIFICATION:
Research is at the core of the WPI curriculum and the faculty’s scholarly
output. This position links the classroom to the scholarly research process
by ensuring that instruction and research services are efficient, effective,
and relevant to the curriculum, especially as WPI expands its online and
hybrid educational offerings. The growth over the past few years in
undergraduate course-integrated research sessions and the increasing demand
to support complex graduate and faculty research inquiries demonstrate the
continued need for this position. In addition to the above responsibilities,
the person in this position will be charged with the maintenance and
development of the library web site and online instruction materials, both
of which are essential to the deployment of the library’s information
resources and services to the WPI community.
This position is essential to the success of the library’s newly formed
Research and Instruction Services group. By filling this position, the
Research and instruction group will be positioned to meet current and future
research and instruction needs of faculty and students. The person in this
position will be expected to: advance technology-enhanced instruction by
the design, development and delivery of electronic learning and online
research tutorials; provide research and instruction services by use of
appropriate technologies, skills, innovations, and collaborations; and
support academic departments as a library liaison by providing research
education services and current information on library resources and
services.
The Research and Instruction Librarian:
- Designs, develops and delivers e-learning and online tutorials for the
library’s research education program. E-learning research modules are
provided to all Global Project Program IQP teams as well to an increasing
number of graduate courses. The former person in this position designed and
developed these tutorials, but continued enhancements are needed. An
increasingly sophisticated level of research education is being developed as
more students learn basic information literacy skills within First Year
Great Problem Seminars.
- Facilitates the use of the library’s subscribed information resources and
assists in providing access to course-specific instructional materials in
online environments.
- Manages online research education documentation, including library web
site in collaboration with the Associate Director for Technology and
E-Resource Management
- Designs, develops and provides research consultations and orientations;
including virtual research orientations and consultations for distance
learners.
- Participates as a member of the research group within reference, including
participating in collection development, evaluation of electronic resources,
and provision of research consultations.
Apply online at
http://wpi.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51032
Christine Drew, Associate Director of Research & Instructional Services
WPI Gordon Library | [log in to unmask] | 508.831.6163
www.wpi.edu/+library
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Virginia Commonwealth University
The Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries invites applications and
nominations for the position of Associate University Librarian for Public
Services.
The VCU Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and experienced leader to
join its senior leadership team in overall management of VCU’s library
system at a time of exciting change for VCU and the VCU Libraries. The
successful candidate will develop, oversee, and stimulate innovation and
creativity in library service and outreach programs supporting a very large
and diverse public, urban research university community, including
undergraduate and graduate education and faculty investigators committed to
research enterprise. As part of the VCU Libraries senior administrative
team, the incumbent will engage broadly in all aspects of operating and
growing a major research university library system. The successful
candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the
highest caliber. Requires ALA-accredited graduate degree or accredited
advanced degree in a related discipline, and at least 7 years experience in
increasingly responsible administrative and man!
agement positions with an academic research library system.
Salary commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin
September 30, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional information, preferred qualifications, and application
procedures are available in the complete vacancy announcement at
http://www.library.vcu.edu/admin/jobs.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer.
Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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*EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR *
*Southeastern Museums Conference*
*Atlanta, GA*
Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) is recruiting a museum professional
who can embrace SEMC's mission of striving to increase educational and
professional development opportunities, improving the interchange of ideas
and information and encouraging respect and collegiality. The successful
candidate will serve as SEMC's full-time chief administrative officer.
SEMC's office is located at the Atlanta History Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
The knowledge, skills and abilities of the successful candidate should
include:
· - Excellent leadership, team-building and interpersonal skills
that allow SEMC Council and Committee members to freely interact in setting
policies, objectives, and goals for the association.· -
- Skills in financial administration, with the ability to draft
budgets, review budget forecasts for accuracy and oversee expenditures for
budget control.
· - Skills in entrepreneurial and fundraising activities including
membership campaigns and sponsorships.
· - Knowledge and experience in planning professional meetings,
including strategic planning, logistical preparation, contract negotiation,
and budgeting.
· - Advanced written, oral, and technology-based communications
skills that successfully promote SEMC's activities among museum
professionals.
· - Advanced organizational skills that provide both strong
administration of ongoing projects such as the annual meeting and forward
planning of future events.
· - Advanced diplomacy skills and experience that enhance the image,
credibility and recognition of SEMC. Knowledge of modern museum theories,
practices and ethics.
Education: Strong emphasis in museum management; minimum of a Bachelor's
Degree, Master's degree preferred.
Salary range: $45,000 to $50,000
* *
*Applications and inquiries should be sent via email (no phone calls,
please) to:*
*Kristen Miller Zohn*
*SEMC President***
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The Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL is seeking a Program and Grant Impact
Researcher to plan and carry out assessments, evaluations and other studies,
including assessing audience understandings of science content, audience
motivations and the impacts of programs in the school community. This
position will be responsible for understanding the state of the art in
program evaluation in the museum field and advancing Adler’s position as a
leader in museum impact research. This position will report to the
Associate VP for Visitor Experience and Learning from September, 2010 to
January, 2012, with possibility of continuation pending grants.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
- Research, plan, develop, implement and collect data and analyze
evaluations;
- Write and present findings to the museum research community;
- Compile evaluation and assessment reports for the Adler and for grant
applications;
- Present research findings at conferences;
- Ensure that research is in compliance with standards and within
guidelines for human subjects research.
*Education and Experience:*
- Master’s Degree in Education, Learning Science, Statistics or another
research field;
a Ph.D. in a field requiring qualitative and quantitative research
methodology is preferred;
- One to three years of experience with design, implementation and
evaluation of science education projects and/or research in multiple
learning environments;
- Knowledge of grant and report writing;
- Familiarity with qualitative research methodologies and the ability to
creatively design a robust evaluation scheme;
- Knowledge of data analysis packages appropriate for education research
such as SPSS.
This position requires excellent writing, analytical, organizational,
presentation and team building skills.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, resume and salary
history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Email address:
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Telephone: 312.322.0591
EEO
Visit the Adler Planetarium Website
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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The Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL, is seeking an Executive Assistant and
Astronomy Department Coordinator. This position reports to the Director of
the Astronomy Department.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
- Manage and maintain Director of Astronomy calendar and project
schedules;
- Assist with budget tracking, reporting and projection, grants
administration and special projects;
- Support communication with board Research Committee;
- Develop and maintain department project calendar and administration;
- Coordinate department projects, exhibits and publication sales;
- Coordinate department-based lectures, conferences, meetings and events;
- Assist with department projects and exhibits;
- Process purchase orders and payments with the Business Office;
- Design, research, write, edit and distribute department newsletter;
- Maintain information for astrophysics and citizen science sections of
Adler website;
- Assist with coordination of University of Chicago and Northwestern
partnerships.
*Education and Experience:*
- A B.A. or equivalent;
- Knowledge of or experience in a related field such as astronomy,
history of
astronomy or museum studies is preferred;
- Two years of experience in a museum, library or
cultural institution;
- Experience with InDesign, Filemaker Pro (or other databases) and Excel
is
preferred.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, resume and salary
history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson, Director of Human Resources
Email: [log in to unmask]
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EOE
Visit the Adler Planetarium Website
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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The Adler Planetarium, Chicago, IL, is seeking a Director of Major and
Individual Gifts to lead the following development programs: major gift
cultivation and solicitation, individual giving (elite annual fund and The
Alan B. Shepard Society), auxiliary groups, and projects related to the
successful completion of a major fund-raising campaign. This position
reports to the Associate Vice President for Development.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
- Direct activities to identify, cultivate, solicit and recognize major
and individual donors to the Adler;
- Oversee the Manager of Major and Individual Gifts in leading The Alan
B. Shepard Society;
Supervise the Manager of Auxiliary Support and offer leadership to the
Women’s Board, Webster Club and Webster Affiliates;
- Co-manage the Database Coordinator;
- Budget management and administrative duties as assigned.
*Education and Experience:*
- A Bachelor’s Degree; an advanced degree is preferred;
- Ten or more years of progressive experience in fund raising for a major
cultural organization;
- Demonstrated expertise interacting with executive-level volunteers;
Knowledge of fund-raising campaign strategies and a track record of
achieving financial goals;
Experience with the Chicago philanthropic community is strongly preferred.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, resume, and salary
history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Email address:
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Telephone: 312.322.0591
EOE
Visit the Adler Planetarium Website
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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The Adler Planetarium is seeking a 3D Animator to create 3D production
assets and animation elements for use in full-dome theater experiences,
exhibits, and education programming. This position reports to the Director
of the Art and Animation Department.
*Duties and Responsibilities:*
- Create art animation assets for theater experiences including 3D
modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, scene construction layout, and
compositing;
- Create animation renders and composites for theater experiences and
other department production assignments;
- Organize production files and images for storage;
- Trouble shoot new technology upgrades to ensure that all updates are
compatible with existing and future needs;
- Communicate effectively with other departments regarding production
process and progress related to project assignments;
- Assist in maintaining a minidome production studio;
- Participate in department, production, and project team meetings.
*Education and Experience:*
- Two to four years of formal film and/or animation training;
- A B.F.A. in animation, media, or a related field is preferred;
Exposure to and grasp of the basics of astronomy and an interest in science;
Three years of planetarium full-dome production experience is preferred;
- Working knowledge of print, photography, animation and video production
is also preferred.
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter, resume, demo reel,
and salary history to:
Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
Email Address:
*[log in to unmask]*<[log in to unmask]>
Telephone: 312.322.0591
EOE
Visit the Adler Planetarium Website
http://www.adlerplanetarium.org
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